Marist Leads the Way in Georgia High School Championship Standings

Marist, a DeKalb County private school renowned for its exceptional athletic program, currently leads the inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings for Georgia High School Association (GHSA) schools. The War Eagles have demonstrated remarkable success, securing three state championships during the 2025-26 school year and achieving top-four finishes in four additional teams. This impressive performance has earned them a total of 1,123.7 points.

This score gives Marist a commanding lead of 163.8 points over second-place North Oconee in the Class 4A standings – the largest lead across all classifications. The War Eagles’ consistent success across various sports highlights their commitment to athletic excellence.

A Look at the Top Performers

The AJC Varsity all-sports standings, developed by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, provide a comprehensive overview of high school athletic programs in Georgia. These standings consider performance across a wide range of sports, rewarding schools for consistent success and championship victories. The methodology takes into account both team and individual achievements.

Here’s a snapshot of the current top 10 schools in the championship standings:

• Marist (Class AAAA): 902.7 points
• North Oconee (Class AAAA): 780.4 points
• Greater Atlanta Christian (Class AAAA): 696.2 points
• Mill Creek (Class 7A): 392.5 points
• Cambridge (Class 7A): 332.4 points
• Jefferson (Class AAAA): 324.0 points
• Buford (Class AAAA): 754.13 points
• North Gwinnett (Class 7A): 424.4 points
• Hillgrove (Class 7A): 887.5 points
• Woodward Academy (Class AAAA): 262.3 points

These schools represent a diverse range of classifications and demonstrate a strong commitment to athletic achievement. The competition is fierce, and the standings are constantly evolving as teams compete for state championships.

The Importance of All-Sports Standings

All-sports standings like the AJC Varsity rankings offer a valuable perspective on the overall strength of a school’s athletic program. They recognize not only championship winners but also consistent performance across multiple sports. This encourages schools to invest in a broad range of athletic opportunities for their students.

For more information on high school sports in Georgia, visit AJC Varsity. You can also find more details about the GHSA at GHSA.

About the Author

Chip Saye rejoined The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2025, at the launch of AJC Varsity. In 2009 he helped start Georgia High School Football Daily. He previously worked for the AJC, Athens Banner-Herald, Anderson (S.C.) Independent-Mail and Gwinnett Daily News.